Donnie is one of the most prominent Youth Motivational Speakers Nationwide. Since 2004, he has spoken to over 750,000 youth nationwide for various schools, churches and organizations. Donnie’s keynotes have been described as meaningful and life-altering. Youth and adults alike have been amazed at this young man’s ability to convey such powerful messages and make them laugh at the same time.  Here’s what they are saying about Donnie:

Greg Taylor, an 11th grader from Missouri, said:

“I have never laughed so much in a speech. His humor is remarkable. But, I have also never cried so much in a speech!!! He was able to draw me in then touch my heart with the most meaningful stories I have ever heard and I will never forget him for that.” Donnie’s impact is felt at every audience he’s spoken to.”

Cathy Rempson, an 8th grade Teacher from North Carolina, said:

“This young man is amazing. Adults love him because of his wisdom beyond his years, yet kids also love him because he relates to them in a way that very few can. This young man has an uncanny ability to attract people and impact them in ways never imagined.”

 

Carry O’Connell, Student from Arkansas Beta Convention:

“You are the single best speaker that I have ever heard!  I am so glad for your success!!! You rock!”

 

Isabel-Brittney Wright, Officer of Skills USA of NC:

“You’re a very intelligent man. Thank you so much for all the words of wisdom back at State Officer Training. I loved it when you said “Leadership is a blessing”. It truly is.  So again thank you for every word, speech, and laugh at State Officer Training.”

 

Karson Goggans, Student from Texas Senior Beta Convention:

“I went to the Junior Beta Convention in Dallas this weekend. I would like to say I loved your speech and I found your speech really inspiring. I would also like to thank you and I hope you continue to speak and inspire others.”

 

Tracy Curry, Student from Texas Convention:

“Dear Mr. Thurman, I had the pleasure of hearing you speak at the Texas Jr. Beta Club Convention this week in Dallas.  You were very inspirational and I want to thank you for your message to the students.”

Evan  Stevens:

“Hello my name is Evan. You visited us at the Beaumont civic center for our student council convention. You gave so many positive remarks. I have brought it back to family, friends and ext.. Keep going with what you do don’t stop your a very positive person. I thought that you weren’t going to be any good but you were. I don’t have Myspace or Facebook so hope to stay in touch through e-mail.”

 

Paula Trafford, Senior State Sponsor of Arkansas Senior Beta Club:

“I have had the privilege of hearing Donnie speak several times. Every time his message is uplifting and touches my heart. He truly has a gift of reaching others through his messages.”

 

Emirial Welborn:

“I enjoyed Mr. Thurman’s lecture at the Georgia NJBC Convention in Macon, GA. Especially the story of his mentee Brian. I learned a lot during the few minutes he spoke, and I would love to hear him again.”

 

David Penland:

“Donnie came and spoke at our state beta club convention. It was amazing he really touched me with his stories.”